Very Good
#1277 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 27% in state
PS 212
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
34-25 82ND ST, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,277 of 4,742
In Jackson Heights
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#20 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 212
Elementary School in Jackson Heights · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 212
PS 212 is a public elementary school in Jackson Heights, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. PS 212 serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 212 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,277 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 212 show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at PS 212 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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PS 212 — Students at PS 212 score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How PS 212 Compares
See how PS 212 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
34-25 82ND ST, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 212 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 280 HOME OF THE LIONHEARTS (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Woodside), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 69 JACKSON HEIGHTS (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jackson Heights, see our Jackson Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,133
Median Home Value
$454,400
Median Rent
$1,795/mo
Population
66,995
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
34.6%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
42.4
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| ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 7.4 |
| ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY | 7.4 |
| CASTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Castleton, NY | 7.4 |
| COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield, NY | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 212
What grades does PS 212 serve?
PS 212 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 212?
PS 212 has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 212?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 212 is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 212 rank in NY?
PS 212 ranks #1,277 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 212's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 212 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at PS 212?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 212 has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 212 a charter school?
No, PS 212 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 212 a Title I school?
No, PS 212 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 212?
70.2% of students at PS 212 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (718) 898-6973
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #20 of 50
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